30
31
Rear Wheel
Cassette
Small Ring to
Small Ring
Chain Line
Big Ring to
Big Ring
Chain Line
Front
Chainrings
Figure 1.10
To shift with an internal gear
hub (IGH)
When you shift gears, coast (do not
pedal). Tension on the chain prevents
the correct operation of the gear
change mechanism and could damage
the mechanism.
With most IGH systems you can shift
while the bike is not moving — for
example, you could shift into a lower
gear at a stop sign for easier startup.
Pedaling
Although there are different pedal
systems available, all Electra bicycles
come standard with flat pedals.
Riding with a child
Take these precautions to give young riders the safest,
best experience possible.
Towing or carrying
a child on your bike
• If you allow a child to ride in a carrier
or trailer attached to a bicycle, be
extra vigilant to ensure the child’s
safety. Make sure your bicycle is
suitable for the attachment of a child
carrier or trailer. Trailers should use
the flag provided.
• Check its attachment or connection
to your bike before every ride.
• Keep in mind the maximum allowed
load of your bicycle when attaching a
child carrier on a rear rack. On e-bikes
with a rear rack battery, the maximum
load is lower due to the weight of a
battery. The maximum allowed load
can be found on the rack or rack
support bracket. In many cases, it
is recommended to mount a child
carrier on the seat tube, to unburden
the rear rack.
• If you attach a child carrier to the
rear of your bicycle, exposed saddle
springs could injure a child’s fingers.
Cover the springs or use a saddle that
does not have springs.
• Never leave a child unattended in
a child carrier or trailer. The bicycle
could fall over and injure the child.
• Make sure the child wears protective
gear, especially an approved, properly
fitted helmet.
• Frequently check to be sure a child
on a trailer (with pedals) is awake
and alert.
• Reduce your speed. Read and
follow the instructions that came
with your carrier.